Volunteer Duties

Volunteer Requirements

North SEERA Hockey relies on our community of volunteers to keep our program strong, affordable, and fun for all players. Every family is required to contribute in some way during the season.

Team Volunteer Commitments

When you register, you're required to provide a $250 volunteer deposit. This ensures every family contributes meaningfully to their team. Commitments are tracked using a points system managed by your team’s Manager.

To fulfill your volunteer obligation, each family must earn 2 volunteer points per registered player. Points can be earned through the following roles:

  • Head Coach: 2 points
  • Team Manager: 2 points
  • Assistant Coach: 1 point
  • Team Treasurer: 1 point
  • Social Organizer: 1 point
  • Fundraiser: 1 point
  • Time Keeper: 1 point
  • Jersey Parent: 1 point
  • Minor Hockey Week Volunteer: 1 point
  • Parent Liaison: 1 point
  • Bingo Volunteer: 1 point

Points are assigned at the discretion of the Manager and Head Coach. Shared roles or extra efforts may be adjusted accordingly. If your commitment is not fulfilled, your deposit cheque will be cashed.

Bingo Responsibilities

Each team will be assigned one bingo date per season, requiring 4–6 volunteers depending on the date. Teams must supply the required number of workers, or risk a fine of $250 and possible suspension from future bingo events.

Bingo volunteers are expected to:

  • Arrive on time and ready to work
  • Take pride in representing North SEERA with a positive attitude
  • Complete their shift (includes a 30-minute break and a meal)

If workers do not show up, North SEERA is fined and may lose future bingo privileges. We ask all families to do their part — even those not volunteering for bingos should help the team in other ways.

Summer Bingo Opportunities

North SEERA also offers summer bingo shifts (April–September). These earn families vouchers that can be used for:

  • North SEERA or SEERA registration fees
  • Hockey camps
  • Other youth activities (swimming, gymnastics, etc.)
  • School fees (K–12)

To sign up or get on the summer bingo email list, contact: bingo@northseera.ca

Bingo Job Description

North SEERA bingos take place at Parkway Village Bingo Hall. Below is a summary of the responsibilities you may be assigned during a bingo shift. Roles are assigned upon arrival and may include:

Floor Seller

  • Sell $1 or $2 pull-tab tickets to customers on the floor.
  • Check and call back bingos when customers win.
  • Assist patrons with prize collection and keep the floor running smoothly.
  • Always keep your float secure — return all money and tickets when requested by the controller.
  • Aprons and name tags must be worn and returned after your shift.

Part Cart / Card Seller

  • Work at the trolley, verify receipts, and distribute the correct bingo cards to customers.
  • Once cards are sold, assist with bingo call backs on the floor.

Office Support

  • Sell Early Bird tickets.
  • Distribute winning payouts during calling sessions.
  • Ensure sellers are stocked with tickets and change.
  • Balance ticket sales at the end of each cycle.

Expectations & Conduct

  • Arrive early for your shift and wear comfortable shoes.
  • You are entitled to a 30-minute sit-down break. Supper is covered up to $16.00, and an additional $6.00 snack if you're working a late-night shift.
  • No eating, drinking, or sitting while on the floor.
  • Do not use your phone during your shift (no texting or calls). Phones must be silent or on vibrate.
  • Remain professional, courteous, and helpful at all times — our conduct affects future bingo opportunities for the entire association.

If you have questions about working a bingo shift, contact our coordinator at bingo@northseera.ca.